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Jamestown Man Facing Federal Charges from June Drug Raid
A Jamestown man faces federal charges in connection with a drug raid from late June in the city. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced Friday that 47-year-old Richard Pearson, Jr. has been arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute acetyl fentanyl, cocaine, crack cocaine and methamphetamine, being a felon in possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and aiding and abetting. The charges were the result of an investigation by the Jamestown Police Department and the DEA and was part of an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) operation.
Narcotics Probe in Buffalo Area Leads to Two Arrests, Including Jamestown Man
A Jamestown man is one of two suspects facing charges stemming from a multi-agency investigation into narcotics activity in the Buffalo area. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane says 43-year-old Lisandro Sanchez (left) was arraigned Tuesday morning on felony counts of 4th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and tampering with physical evidence, plus misdemeanor counts of 7th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, obstruction, and resisting arrest. Sanchez was arrested in Buffalo on Monday after investigators saw 27-year-old Dhakari Allen of Kenmore (right) allegedly conduct a narcotics transaction with Sanchez. Investigators saw a quantity of suspected narcotics, packaged for sale, was observed in plain view on the front seat of Allen's vehicle. Both Allen and Sanchez allegedly fought with officers while being placed under arrest. Allen was arraigned on two counts of 3rd-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, two counts of 2nd-degree criminally using drug paraphernalia, one count of 2nd-degree obstruction and one count of resisting arrest. Both suspects were released on their own recognizance because the charges are non-qualifying for bail. Sanchez faces up to 5 1/2 years in state prison if convicted of the highest charge, while Allen faces up to nine years behind bars.
Domestic Violence Incident Unfolds in Jamestown
(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – On the morning of July 12, 2024, at approximately 10:30 AM, officers from the First Platoon responded to a domestic violence call at a westside address in Jamestown, NY. Upon arrival, they encountered a disturbing scene involving a physical altercation between Nadine S. Glover, 22, and another female, witnessed by a 10-year-old child.
Jamestown Resident Arrested After Domestic Dispute
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown – A domestic dispute on the north side of Jamestown led to the arrest of a local resident on multiple charges. On July 16, 2024, at approximately 4:03 PM, officers from the Jamestown Police Department’s 2nd Platoon responded to a report of an alleged domestic dispute on the city’s north side. Upon arrival, officers identified 22-year-old Nylix J. Thomas as the alleged subject involved.
Shocking Domestic Dispute in Jamestown: Man Arrested for Endangering Children
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown – In the early hours of July 10th, 2024, Shawn T. Mason, 41, of Jamestown, was arrested following a domestic dispute that escalated to criminal charges. Town of Ellicott police were dispatched to the scene at 3:02 AM, where Mason allegedly destroyed property in the presence of juveniles, leading to charges of fourth-degree criminal mischief and endangering the welfare of a child.
Jamestown Police Arrest Clymer Resident on Drug Charges During Street Check
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown – On July 17, 2024, at approximately 6:57 PM, officers from the Jamestown Police Department conducted a routine street check at the intersection of Liberty Street and East 8th Street. During the patrol, they observed Latrisha S. McCarty, a 54-year-old resident of Clymer, who was known to have an outstanding warrant.
Salman Rushdie’s alleged assailant won’t see author’s private notes before trial
MAYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — Author Salman Rushdie does not have to turn over private notes about his stabbing to the man charged with attacking him, a judge ruled Thursday, rejecting the alleged assailant’s contention that he is entitled to the material as he prepares for trial. Hadi Matar’s lawyers in February subpoenaed Rushdie and publisher […]
WJTN News Headlines for Wed., July 17, 2024
City man one of two people arrested for alleged drug trafficking in Buffalo... Two men -- one from Jamestown -- have been arrested in Buffalo for allegedly trafficking drugs after they were spotted making a narcotic drug transaction. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane says 27-year-old Dhakari Allen of Kenmore is charged with two counts of third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance... two counts of second-degree criminal use of drug paraphernalia... one of second-degree obstruction... and, one count of resisting arrest. Police say Allen was the subject of an investigation... and, was seen Monday as he drove to a fast-food restaurant where he made the transaction with 43 year-old Lisandro Sanchez of Jamestown. When investigators approached the pair... they allegedly saw a quantity of suspected narcotics, packaged for sale, on the front seat of Allen’s vehicle. Both men allegedly fought with officers while being placed under arrest. Sanchez was allegedly found in possession of a quantity of crack-cocaine... and, suspected methaphetamine. He was arraigned on one count of fourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance... one of tampering with physical evidence... seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance... along with obstruction... and, resisting arrest. Both were released pending future court appearances.
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